Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville Admissions

Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville maintains an open admission policy with a 97.51% acceptance rate. Nearly every applicant who meets basic requirements gets in. The middle 50% of students score between 930-1160 on the SAT and average a 23 on the ACT. These scores reflect the university's commitment to providing access to higher education rather than exclusivity. SIUE seeks students who are ready to engage in hands-on learning across programs like nursing, engineering, and education. The school values practical preparation over perfect test scores. Students who want direct pathways to careers and appreciate smaller class sizes with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio fit well here.